Thane Polls: Shinde's Strength vs Thackeray Legacy
Thane's civic election on January 15 is a crucial test between Eknath Shinde's organisational might and the Thackeray cousins' emotional appeal. Get the full analysis of this high-stakes battle.
Thane's civic election on January 15 is a crucial test between Eknath Shinde's organisational might and the Thackeray cousins' emotional appeal. Get the full analysis of this high-stakes battle.
Assistant Sub-Inspector Ajay Kumar Pandey, 55, suffered a fatal heart attack while on Dial 112 duty in Bettiah. The dedicated officer was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital, sending shockwaves through the police force. Read the full story.
Shocking discovery in Dombivli as skeletal remains are found in an abandoned chawl house in Mhatre Nagar. Thane police have launched a detailed investigation into the mysterious find.
Uttar Pradesh Cabinet expands stamp duty concessions. Now, gifting commercial & industrial properties within family costs just Rs 5,000 stamp duty. Move aims to simplify & reduce cost of intra-family asset transfers.
The Jupiter Marathon Thane 2026 saw a massive turnout of over 5000 participants, promoting cancer awareness and community health. Read about this inspiring sporting event.
Karnataka government expands stamp duty exemption on gift deeds among family members to include commercial and industrial properties, boosting real estate transactions. Learn the new rules and benefits.
India's new safeguard duty on select steel imports has led to a sharp price rise of up to Rs 8,000 per tonne. Industry warns of a 2% increase in construction costs, impacting real estate and auto sectors. Read more.
Thane Police register an FIR against unidentified persons for submitting forged documents to secure bail in a drugs case. The alleged conspiracy occurred between Nov 23 and Dec 24 last year. Read the full investigation details.
An FIR is registered after forged documents were submitted in a Thane court to secure bail in a drugs case. Police are investigating the serious legal breach.
Forest department increases vigilance after leopard sightings in Thane's Srinagar and Yeoor areas. Officials confirm no human harm, urge calm, and deploy camera traps. Stay informed.
Ahead of Thane civic polls, authorities seize narcotics and liquor worth Rs 2.75 crore to ensure free & fair elections. Read about the massive pre-poll crackdown.
Prices of cigarettes, bidis, and other tobacco products will rise from February 1, 2026, after the government imposes a new excise duty. Find out the latest tax rates and impact on consumers.
The Indian government has sharply increased excise duties on cigarettes and tobacco products from February 1, 2024. This move will lead to higher retail prices for consumers. Get all the details on the new rates and their impact.
Tata Steel shares continue their rally, gaining 1.2% to hit a one-month high after India extends safeguard duties on steel imports for three years. Discover the impact on the sector and future demand outlook.
The Indian government has increased the National Calamity Contingent Duty on cigarettes. Find out the new rates and the expected impact on prices and public health.
India imposes 11-12% safeguard duty on select steel imports for three years to protect domestic industry from cheap shipments, primarily from China. Read the full details.
The Shiv Sena-BJP Mahayuti alliance finalizes its seat-sharing formula for Thane municipal elections, with Sena contesting 87 wards and BJP 40. Candidate names to be announced Tuesday. Read for details on the deal and post-announcement dissent.
Thane election officials identified 16,574 duplicate voters after scrutiny. While they can still vote with an undertaking, the purge aims to clean the electoral roll. Read the full details.
Mahayuti alliance's seat-sharing talks for Thane city are stuck over nearly 10 seats. BJP workers demand more seats, causing unease. Final decision expected Monday. Read the latest updates.
An FIR is registered in Mumbai after a BMC official and an election videographer were assaulted while on duty. The incident occurred on Dec 27 in Vile Parle. Details inside.
Forest officials intensify monitoring after a fresh leopard sighting in Thane's Srinagar area. Cameras and patrols deployed to prevent the animal from entering populated zones. Residents urged to report sightings.
Thane Municipal Corporation issues strict warning to polling staff against skipping mandatory election training. Nomination process begins with 13 candidates filing papers. Details inside.
Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation issues notices to 79 officers absent from election duty. Commissioner warns of police case if they fail to report. Read details on the upcoming civic polls.
Thane Police arrests five individuals, including a couple, for attempting to sell a 7-day-old baby girl for Rs 6 lakh. The shocking child trafficking racket was busted in Maharashtra.
Thane police rescue a 7-day-old baby from traffickers demanding Rs 6 lakh. Five arrested in Badlapur after a decoy operation. Read the shocking details.
Teachers' organisations in Punjab reject govt's Rs 10 lakh ex gratia for deceased colleagues, term it discriminatory. They demand Rs 2 crore each & govt jobs for kin. Read more.
Residents of Thane's Pokhran 2 reported a leopard inside a closed factory near Bethany Hospital. Forest officials have deployed camera traps and increased vigilance. Read for safety protocols.
Thane police investigate a scam where fraudsters used job aspirants' PAN & Aadhaar copies for illicit financial transactions. Learn how to protect your documents.
China initiates a WTO trade dispute against India, challenging import duties on solar cells and IT goods. This move escalates bilateral trade tensions and could impact India's green energy goals. Read more for details and analysis.
India rejects New Zealand's request for duty concessions on dairy, vegetables, sugar, and metals. The move protects domestic sectors as both nations review their trade agreement. Read the full analysis.